Network Technician - I

In addition, the candidate will provide support to manage relevant day-to-day operations roles for the Data Networking team, as necessary.

• Participates as a fully integrated member of assigned project team, responsible to the delivery of successful solutions
• Contributes to the team support for data network incident and event management including investigation, troubleshooting, reporting , resolution, root cause analysis and corrective action management
• Participates and advises as part of the design of network solutions using approved, standard technology in cooperation with peers, vendors and partners
• Monitors data networks for performance, security and stability - takes action to identify trends and proactively address issues
• Supports all phases of the project deployment, from planning and design thru physical installation; candidate is willing to work in a hands-on role deploying equipment in a heavy-industry environment, as required

Do you have experience in Wireless network configuration?, * Demonstrated experience supporting data networking Wired LAN technologies in an enterprise environment (Cisco), with focus on fiber and cabling infrastructure

• Experience working in a hand-on role in a Steel Mill / Heavy Industry environment would be greatly preferred

PERSONAL SKILLS REQUIRED:

• Results-oriented member of technical support teams; the successful candidate is a self-starter, able to manage complex incidents, proactively identify opportunities for improvement and develop innovative solutions
• Demonstrated experience managing vendor relationships related to incident management, project coordination, relationship development and SLA maintenance
• On call support required, including participation in team on call (24/7) rotation; candidate must be willing to work flexible hours as demanded by outage, migration & on-call activities
• Hands-on team member willing to work in heavy industry/plant environments when required
• Excellent time management skills including ability to multi-task and effectively prioritize work
• Excellent work ethic; willing to extend the extra effort and time required to meet critical deadlines
• Strong oral and written communications skills; able to articulate ideas and listen effectively; professionally communicates with all customers, vendors and technical support staff, including remote customers and team members in foreign countries
• Strong analytical, and problem-solving skills
• Accomplished analyst able to manage complex technical problems through identification, design, solution definition and implementation

Minimum Requirements (Requirements that are essential for performing the job):

• Demonstrated experience supporting data networking technologies in an enterprise environment, including:
• LAN switching and routing in a Cisco enterprise network environment
• Wireless and related technologies

Desired Qualifications:

• Cisco CCNA certification, or greater
• WLAN tools including Ekahau or related
• Project Management experience / certification

Experience with these additional technologies may be a plus:

• Advance IP routing experience, including OSPF and BGP protocol solution design proficiency
• Data center network support including Cisco Nexus platform
• Internet routing and security
• Network security controls and related disciplines
• Scripting or Programming in a Network environment (Ansible etc)
• Netbrain support, * Cisco: 1 year (Preferred)
• data networking technologies : 1 year (Required)
• o LAN switching and routing: 1 year (Preferred)

$20.00 - $32.50 an hour - Full-time, Contract, * Must travel in the Northwest Indiana area, including Gary IN and Portage IN

• Will provide laptop and mobile phone for the purpose of technical support.
• Travel costs to be reimbursed / paid as per the project costs.
• Must have personal vehicle to travel to work locations

Location = Gary IN and Portage IN

Rate = $20-$32.50/hr - DOA - on a W2 contract

Length = 1+ Years W2 Contract - Possible long term/extension for the right candidate

Job Types: Full-time, Contract

Pay: $20.00 - $32.50 per hour